Chapters & Articles

In this sample chapter from Automating and Orchestrating Networks with NetDevOps, you will explore main use cases for NetDevOps applications compared with traditional methods. You will gain insights into the decision-making processes, tooling choices, and required skills; and navigate common challenges and lessons learned.

Learn to identify an AI attack and the potential impacts of data breaches on AI and ML models. Demonstrate real-world knowledge by designing and implementing proactive security measures to protect AI and ML systems from potential attacks.

In this chapter from IKEv2 IPsec Virtual Private Networks: Understanding and Deploying IKEv2, IPsec VPNs, and FlexVPN in Cisco IOS , authors Graham Bartlett and Amjad Inamdar introduce a number of designs where IKEv2 is used. Each design will use a simple deployment of two routers with the focus on the configuration of IKEv2. Although each scenario uses only two routers, the configuration can scale as required if needed.

This sample chapter explains the complex interplay between AI and four other pivotal domains: quantum computing, blockchain technologies, autonomous vehicles and drones, and edge computing.

Configuring OSPF, using mostly default settings for all the optional features, requires only a few commands. Here you will learn how to implement OSPFv2 using network Commands and Interface Subcommands. This sample chapter from CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide covers the following CCNA 200-301 v1.1 exam objectives: 3.0 IP Connectivity to 3.4.d Router ID.

In this sample chapter from CCNP and CCIE Data Center Core DCCOR 350-601 Official Cert Guide, 2nd Edition, you will get an overview of the Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN), with coverage of Layer 2 VLAN extension to provide multitenant flexibility, high segment scalability, and Layer 2 spanning tree improvement, along with a configuration example mapped to the exam objectives.

The adoption of server virtualization has been increasing rapidly. In this sample chapter from CCNP and CCIE Data Center Core DCCOR 350-601 Official Cert Guide, the author team discusses Overlay Transport Virtualization (OTV) and Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) Overview.

The CCNP and CCIE Enterprise Core & CCNP Enterprise Advanced Routing Portable Command Guide is a fully updated quick reference resource to help you memorize commands and concepts for CCNP or CCIE certifications. In this sample chapter, you will review information and commands related to implementing inter-VLAN routing.

In this sample chapter from Integrated Security Technologies and Solutions - Volume I: Cisco Security Solutions for Advanced Threat Protection with Next Generation Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, AMP, and Content Security, you will review security of the three planes of network infrastructure, the importance of segmenting traffic and methods for doing so, and the benefits of NetFlow.

In this sample chapter from CCNP Collaboration Cloud and Edge Solutions CLCEI 300-820 Official Cert Guide, you will explore protocol interworking on the Cisco Expressway. It covers both the H.323 and SIP settings and includes interworking on the Expressway. You will also confirm these settings with the verification of registration.

In this sample chapter from Transforming Campus Networks to Intent-Based Networking (IBN), you will learn how IBN is a viewpoint or perspective of an implemented network using Cisco DNA’s requirements, design functions, and abstraction levels.

In this sample chapter from Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials Companion Guide (CCNAv7) for Cisco Networking Academy students, you will learn how to troubleshoot common inter-VLAN configuration issues.

In this sample chapter from Routing TCP/IP, Volume II: CCIE Professional Development, 2nd Edition, author Jeff Doyle covers the basic operation of BGP, including its message types, how the messages are used, and the format of the messages. You also learn about the various basic attributes BGP can associate with a route and how it uses these attributes to choose a best path. Finally, this chapter shows you how to configure and troubleshoot BGP peering sessions.

In this sample chapter from CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 2, you will be introduced to the basic concepts of data and control planes, explore product examples of network programmability using controllers, and compare the benefits of traditional networking with the benefits of controller-based networking.

This sample chapter from IT Essentials Companion Guide v6, 6th Edition, covers basic safety practices for the workplace, hardware and software tools, and the disposal of hazardous materials. Safety guidelines help protect individuals from accidents and injury. They also help to protect equipment from damage. Some of these guidelines are designed to protect the environment from contamination caused by improperly discarded materials.

In this sample chapter from CCNA Data Center DCICN 200-150 Official Cert Guide, focuses on the Cisco Nexus product family. You learn the different specifications of each product, which includes Nexus 9000, Nexus 7000, Nexus 6000, Nexus 5000, Nexus 3000, and Nexus 2000.

In this sample chapter from Cisco Intelligent WAN (IWAN), the authors cover Performance Routing (PfR), Introduction to the IWAN domain, and Intelligent path control principles

This sample chapter from IT Essentials Companion Guide v8 covers fundamental aspects of computer hardware, including components, safety procedures, and motherboard functionalities. You will also learn the features and functions of tools in a technician's toolkit and get a detailed guide on disassembling a computer. By the end of the chapter, you'll have a solid understanding of essential computer components and procedures.

In this sample chapter from the Cisco Networking Academy IT Essentials Labs and Study Guide Version 7, you will review the definition of a computer, safety guidelines, computer components, and the process for disassembling a computer.